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60 babysitters are listed in Islip, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Islip, NY
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Babysitter and Pet-sitter available for short or long term hire. Long time homemaker with decades of experience caring for children of all ages. Family is the most important thing so I am committed to being a caring, respectful, and professional babysitter. An animal lover myself, I have had dogs, cats, and even horses.
I am...
5.0
"Carina was our son's Nanny for about 1 year when he was an infant. She was always reliable, punctual and dependable. She cared for him deeply and we knew she would always care for him with love. Although he was a bit fussy as an infant, Carina was always able to...
Benjamin L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I recently graduated as a Biology major from Villanova University. I am comfortable with pets and have tons of experience with multiple age ranges. I began babysitting at 13 and have loved it ever since. I am hoping to find a family who is looking for someone kind, outgoing, and reliable.
I love to cook, paint,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara worked with our three children for three years while she was in college! She never showed up late once, and our children adored her. I reccommened her to so many friends. She is an amazing girl! "
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Katrina M.
East Northport, NY
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katrina! I am a college student majoring in early childhood education and am looking to spend my summer helping a family care for their young children. I have 5+ years of babysitting experience with varying ages, from infants to school age, including twins. I am responsible, caring, and conscientious and look...
Katrina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Katrina worked full time with our family summer 2022. She was always on time, responsible and trustworthy. Most importantly my kids loved her and had so much fun with her, due in no small part to her connection and engagement with them. We were so grateful to have...
Liz C.
Jessica R.
Holbrook, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.
5.0
(1)
I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...
Sophia T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth B. and I am a recent graduate from SUNY Oneonta with a bachelor degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working with children of all ages and abilities for 9 years now. I love working with children and helping them reach their potential while providing a safe environment in order for...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lizzi is absolutely wonderful. She was fantastic with our infant son and we were SO sad to lose her when she moved away. She is a smart and kind person, an extremely knowledgeable and skilled caregiver, and I wish we could have had her work with our baby forever!...
Sara C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. I'm a mom of 3 kids that are all older, my youngest is starting college this fall. I started babysitting about 6 years ago at NYSC in Commack. The ages ranged from 6 months-12 years old. I held that position...
Sari can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Fantastic babysitter! She can be trusted with infants (she started when my son was 3 months old) and high maintenance toddlers. She is reliable and trustworthy, with experience at delicate ages. I'm very happy with her child care services."
Marissa M.
Erin E.
East Northport, NY
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a reliable, postive, and creative person, I have always loved working with children. I started babysitting my neighbors in 10th grade, I also took childhood education classes at NHS all four years I attended (working with children age 2-5). But I have been babysitting my younger cousins since I was 14! I am currently...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Erin is an extremely caring, considerate and compassionate young woman, especially when it comes to children. She has watched my daughter for the past 6 years and cares for her as if she were her own child. She plans activities to do with children and gets very...
Karen D.
Brittany B.
East Islip, NY
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Brittany! I have over 7 years of experience in child care including babysitting, tutoring, teaching art, coaching, and camp counseling. I currently work as a special education aide at a nearby school district. I am a graduate from Stony Brook who studied sociology, concentrating in childhood development who will be...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brittany is great. She knew how to connect with our 4yo and 2yo, and was incredibly creative in keeping them engaged and learning throughout the day (with stories, questions and answers, little games, etc.). She was at ease even when they posed challenges (e.g....
James S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Danielle! I am a graduate of Pace University with a bachelors degree in early childhood and childhood education and a masters degree in special education. I have several years experience babysitting, working at a summer camp, and as a classroom teacher. I also have experience driving children to/from...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Dina S.
Commack, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for a long term position.
I am an educated female, who loves working with kids. I have been babysitting since I'm 13. I love to plays games, arts and crafts, go to the park, library, and be active. I'm very organized, nurturing, and energetic. I don't mind getting my hands dirty and enjoy a busy day. I have...
Dina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Dina has been working for me for almost a year now. She is reliable, trustworthy and hard working. She has been a huge help to me and is a pleasure to work with. "
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Claire B.
Smithtown, NY
$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 23 years old and absolutely love working with kids. I have seven years of experience working in childcare. Previously, I worked in a daycare center for about five years with children ranging from ages 3 months - 5 years. I have experience full- and part-time babysitting from infants to 12 years old and was a full time...
Claire can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claire is very professional, polished and also nurturing. She made sure all of my son's toys were tidied up after playing with them and cleaned all his bottles thoroughly. She talked to my son and was really engaged with him. She gave him great cuddles too!"
Katrice K.
5.0
(1)
I am a professional woman who lives and works locally. I have a cat and a dog of my own. I have worked with dogs and cats of all sizes and ages. I will love yours like I do my own. I am a notary so I am security cleared.
Jill can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking
3.5
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Savannah! I obtained my Master's degree at CUNY Hunter in School Counseling. I am K-12 certified. I obtained my bachelor's degree at SUNY Oswego in Human Development. I have a great deal of experience with children of all ages. I have worked in a preschool as an assistant teacher for two years working with 18...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I don't know Savannah, but after seeing one review on her profile I felt the need to leave one. A lady left her a 1 star review ruining her babysitting reputation because she obviously didn't want to deal with a child having temper tantrums as stated. Some kids are...
Brianna C.
Tiani M.
Bay Shore, NY
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked in a daycare before as a work-study job at Farmingdale State College and I'm great with kids and babies! I grew up taking care of my siblings and cousins and have worked with over 5 different families on care. com with long term and short term care. I'm currently in Nursing school and want to be a Labor and...
Tiani can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tiani was an excellent caretaker for my kids.. Not only was she on time but she also was very hands on with them.. They absolutely adored her and enjoyed the time they spent with her.. She kept them entertained and was very patient and caring.. She's always full of...
Andrine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love spending time with kids, and I have a lot of experience babysitting! I have three younger siblings that I often take care of. Additionally, I am a regular babysitter for a family with young twins who have down syndrome and a daughter. Some of my other regular jobs include watching a 10-year-old girl and younger kids...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amanda was AMAZING. We left our 5 month old with Amanda for two consecutive wedding events over a weekend. This was the first time we'd ever left our baby with a sitter. Amanda was so fantastic - first we FaceTimed to meet and we stayed connected until the wedding...
Nikki R.
Brendali P.
Wyandanch, NY
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Brendali and I have a degree in Childhood Education (grades 1-6). I have worked at different daycares which allowed me to experience different age groups from 2 months old to 4 years old. I have also worked with outside families of different ages as well. I am bilingual (English and Spanish). I have always...
Brendali can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Antoinette C.
North Babylon, NY
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I want to start off by saying that I love all animals from dogs to cats to birds to bunnies and think they are truly the greatest companions!
I have experience walking large and small dogs. I'm patient and kind and loving and will be attentive to there needs.
Any further questions please reach out.
5.0
"Antoinette is one of the most caring and patient people I know. She has boarded my dog every time I have been away and sometimes I feel that my dog doesn't even want to come back home lol. She is on time and goes above and beyond. She has a way with children...
Ashley N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Daria and I am 25 years old. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Childhood Education with a minor in communications and social interactions in 2020! I am currently in my masters program at St. John's University and work at a school as a teacher assistant for grades K-5! So, I'll be spending the rest of my life...
Daria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Daria showed up on time and was easy to talk to. We hired her for the month of January while she was home from college to help with our daughter. Very professional! "
Sara M.
Jessica S.
Nesconset, NY
$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi ! Im Jessica I am 23 years old and love to care for kiddos ! I am bubbly and a responsible person who loves to have fun. I have a huge family and I am also a triplet. I love to be outdoors, do crafts and anything that is fun and creative! My approach to caregiving is family-centered, focusing on the unique needs and...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica is an absolute pleasure! Super reliable, friendly, and professional."
Sarah B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Islip, NY
Carina D.
5.0
Carina is the absolute best! She took care of our daughter from 4 to 9 months old. I never doubted that she was doing the best thing for our daughter and if she had questions she would ask. She followed our schedule, went for a walk most everyday, and completed any activity I asked for (reading,...
- Dana P.
Sara B.
5.0
Sara worked with our three children for three years while she was in college! She never showed up late once, and our children adored her. I reccommened her to so many friends. She is an amazing girl!
- Care member
Katrina M.
5.0
Katrina worked full time with our family summer 2022. She was always on time, responsible and trustworthy. Most importantly my kids loved her and had so much fun with her, due in no small part to her connection and engagement with them. We were so grateful to have her in our lives that summer and...
- Liz C.
Annmarie C.
5.0
I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
Elizabeth B.
5.0
Lizzi is absolutely wonderful. She was fantastic with our infant son and we were SO sad to lose her when she moved away. She is a smart and kind person, an extremely knowledgeable and skilled caregiver, and I wish we could have had her work with our baby forever! Highly, highly recommend!
- Sara C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Islip, NY:
How can I find a Islip babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Islip, NY can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 20 babysitters in Islip, NY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Islip, NY?
The average rate for Islip, NY babysitters on Care.com is $22.85 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Islip, NY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Islip, NY through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Islip, NY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Islip, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.